Halloween Universe

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The Halloween Video Library

A curated, searchable archive of the dark craft — DIY props and animatronics, home-haunt walkthroughs, makeup, lighting, fog, and effects. Every film embedded from its creator, organized so you can actually find what you need.

17 videos

9 Paint Like a PRO! Overspray Secrets for Rounded Stone Edges! #diy #setdesign #foambrick #painting
0:22
Set DesignIntermediate

9 Paint Like a PRO! Overspray Secrets for Rounded Stone Edges! #diy #setdesign #foambrick #painting

StiltBeast Studios shares professional overspray painting techniques focused on achieving realistic rounded stone edges on foam brick surfaces. The tutorial is part of their ongoing haunted attraction set design series, aimed at elevating the realism of DIY prop and set builds. The short-form video distills a specific painting skill into a quick, actionable tip for haunters and set builders.

StiltbeastStudios· 4,026 views
4 Sponge vs Roller Painting Hack for Stone Walls! You Won't Believe!
0:33
Set DesignBeginner

4 Sponge vs Roller Painting Hack for Stone Walls! You Won't Believe!

This short clip from Stiltbeast Studios compares sponge painting versus roller painting as methods for achieving a realistic stone wall texture in haunted attraction or home haunt set builds. The video is positioned as a quick hack or tip, suggesting one method produces noticeably better results than the other. At just one minute, it delivers a fast, visual side-by-side demonstration aimed at haunt builders looking to level up their scenic work.

StiltbeastStudios· 2,680 views
Easy & Realistic Fake Brick Walls From Foam!
11:00
DIY PropsBeginner$20–$60 depending on project scale

Easy & Realistic Fake Brick Walls From Foam!

This tutorial by VanOaksProps walks through the full process of creating convincing fake brick walls from XPS foam, covering every stage from measuring and cutting to texturing and painting. The creator demonstrates how to use a hot wire table and surform rasp to shape individual bricks, then applies heat to mimic aged surface texture. A multi-step paint process using several earth-tone acrylics over a masonry sealer base coat produces a hyper-realistic, lightweight brick panel suitable for haunts, sets, or home displays.

VanOaksProps· 59,420 views
Building a BD-X Droid from Galaxy's Edge | Part 2
7:45
DIY PropsIntermediate

Building a BD-X Droid from Galaxy's Edge | Part 2

Part 2 of VanOaksProps' BD-X droid build focuses on painting and final assembly of a 3D-printed replica inspired by Galaxy's Edge. The creator walks through a multi-step paint process using MTN 94 spray paints to achieve the droid's signature color scheme, then assembles the printed components using screws, CA glue, and wire loom. The 3D model files are a community-designed work in progress available through MrBaddeley Printed Droids on Patreon. The video is sponsored by JLC3DP, which supplied printed parts for the build.

VanOaksProps· 12,865 views
Distortions Unlimited Scarecrow Wrath Painting | Behind the Scenes with Music
13:25
Prop Reviews

Distortions Unlimited Scarecrow Wrath Painting | Behind the Scenes with Music

A sped-up, music-backed behind-the-scenes look inside the Distortions Unlimited paint room as their Scarecrow Wrath prop is airbrushed and finished. The video highlights the many steps and handcrafting effort behind a professional Halloween prop, with glimpses of other monsters being painted alongside it. It's a showcase of the company's painting process rather than a step-by-step tutorial.

DistortionsUnlimited· 5,310 views
Making a Sign from Galaxy's Edge
6:16
DIY PropsBeginner$20–$50

Making a Sign from Galaxy's Edge

VanOaksProps recreates a sign spotted at Galaxy's Edge/Black Spire Outpost in Disneyland, replicating its weathered, alien-world aesthetic using layered spray paints, acrylic detailing, and powder-based distressing techniques. The build leans heavily on aging effects — including Fuller's Earth, baby powder, and hairspray — to sell the worn, battle-worn look of Batuu signage. Star Wars-accurate fonts sourced from a free aurebesh font resource help nail the authenticity. The finished piece is a compact, screen-faithful prop replica achievable in an afternoon.

VanOaksProps· 6,201 views
Pulling a Rabbit Out of a Hat, Except it's Me.
7:16
Makeup TutorialsAdvanced

Pulling a Rabbit Out of a Hat, Except it's Me.

Makeup artist Madeyewlook transforms herself into the White Rabbit from Alice in Wonderland using body paint, theatrical face paint, and detailed character makeup techniques. The look centers on creating a convincing fur texture and rabbit character aesthetic entirely through cosmetics. A custom fan brush technique is highlighted for achieving realistic-looking fur strokes. The result is a full fantasy character transformation suitable for cosplay, Halloween, or theatrical application.

Madeyewlook· 120,899 views
wall detail final
13:14
Set DesignIntermediate

wall detail final

StiltbeastStudios walks through the finishing touches on haunt wall panels, applying scenic paint and decorative vine details to bring the set to life. The video focuses on the final detailing stage that transforms raw panels into immersive, atmospheric haunt scenery. It offers a practical look at how professional-level set dressing elevates the overall environment of a haunted attraction.

StiltbeastStudios· 9,914 views
Weathering Haunt Walls - No Spray Bottles!
6:25
Set DesignIntermediate

Weathering Haunt Walls - No Spray Bottles!

VanOaks Props demonstrates two distinct weathering techniques for haunt walls without relying solely on spray bottles. The tutorial covers both airbrushing and sponge painting approaches, showing how each method produces a different aged or distressed surface style. Both methods use earth-tone and muted paint colors to create convincing decay and grime effects on haunted attraction flats.

VanOaksProps· 10,942 views
Mask painting Brush only
6:26
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Mask painting Brush only

Stiltbeast Studios demonstrates how to achieve professional-looking results on a latex mask using brushes alone — no airbrush or spray equipment required. Several core painting techniques are covered, including drybrushing, glazing, antiquing, and masking. The video is a practical, accessible guide for anyone wanting to elevate their mask painting without investing in spray gear.

StiltbeastStudios· 7,887 views
I TRIED RECREATING AN OLD LOOK OF MINE | Venom 2018
7:37
Makeup TutorialsAdvanced

I TRIED RECREATING AN OLD LOOK OF MINE | Venom 2018

Madeyewlook revisits her 2018 Venom character look, recreating the full face and hair transformation using a mix of professional-grade body and face paints. The tutorial showcases detailed black-and-white symbiote painting techniques across the face and into the hair. Multiple paint brands are layered together to achieve depth, contrast, and the signature Venom color palette. This is a high-skill recreation that serves both as a tutorial and a retrospective on the creator's earlier work.

Madeyewlook· 378,235 views
I am a Christmas Seal Makeup Tutorial
5:08
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

I am a Christmas Seal Makeup Tutorial

Madeyewlook creator Alexys Fleming transforms herself into a Christmas Seal character inspired by classic Coca-Cola holiday imagery, using professional-grade body and face paints. The tutorial demonstrates layered application of white, black, brown, and red paints alongside a custom glitter-and-ribbon 'snow' effect. Though holiday-themed rather than strictly Halloween, the advanced character makeup and body-painting techniques are directly transferable to Halloween creature and animal builds. The short runtime keeps the walkthrough fast-paced and accessible.

Madeyewlook· 304,071 views
Prop painting techniques
22:11
DIY PropsBeginner

Prop painting techniques

StiltbeastStudios walks through two foundational prop-painting techniques — dry brushing and antiquing — that the creator relies on across nearly every prop build. The tutorial is positioned as a core skill video, making it an essential starting point for anyone entering prop fabrication. Together these methods create convincing aged, weathered, and eerie surface finishes that elevate haunt-quality props.

StiltbeastStudios· 44,957 views
Ghost of Christmas Past Makeup Tutorial
5:57
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Ghost of Christmas Past Makeup Tutorial

Madeyewlook's Alexys Fleming delivers a character-driven Ghost of Christmas Past makeup tutorial using professional-grade face and body paints. The look blends earthy, warm tones with stark blacks and whites to create an ethereal, haunting spirit aesthetic. At just six minutes, the tutorial moves efficiently through the transformation, making it accessible for intermediate makeup artists looking to recreate a classic literary specter. The result bridges Halloween creativity with festive holiday horror theming.

Madeyewlook· 428,807 views
Painting Makeup Tutorial
5:08
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

Painting Makeup Tutorial

Madeyewlook creator Alexys Fleming demonstrates how to transform the face and body to mimic the look of a textured oil painting, inspired by artist Alexa Meade. The tutorial uses a combination of professional-grade face paints and cosmetics to build up realistic brushstroke illusions directly on skin. At just five minutes, it delivers a striking avant-garde Halloween look with a relatively accessible product list.

Madeyewlook· 961,253 views
CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS Skull Makeup Tutorial
6:02
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS Skull Makeup Tutorial

This tutorial by Madeyewlook demonstrates how to create a Chicago Blackhawks-themed skull face paint look, blending Halloween aesthetics with NHL team spirit. Creator Alexys Fleming uses professional-grade face paints and pigments to build a detailed skull design incorporating the team's signature color palette. At just six minutes, the tutorial moves at a brisk pace while covering layering and line work techniques. It serves equally well as a Halloween costume look or a bold statement for a Blackhawks game day.

Madeyewlook· 337,448 views
The Ood Makeup Tutorial (Doctor Who)
5:23
Makeup TutorialsIntermediate

The Ood Makeup Tutorial (Doctor Who)

This tutorial from Madeyewlook walks viewers through recreating the iconic alien Ood from Doctor Who entirely in face paint — no prosthetics required. The creator uses a combination of Mehron Paradise Paints, MAC Chromacake, and eyeshadows to build up the creature's distinctive skintone and facial features. A Mehron Barrier Spray is applied to seal and protect the finished look. The creator notes this was among the first — if not the only — face-paint take on the Ood at the time of posting.

Madeyewlook· 62,201 views